Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp reliable? We analysed 6,460 real MOT tests across 524 vehicles to find out.
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The Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, position lamp(s) not working and coil spring broken. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp.
Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 87 | 72.4% | 38,642 | 64,822 | 128,466 |
| 2006 | 770 | 74.3% | 64,352 | 94,270 | 123,390 |
| 2005 | 808 | 72.0% | 62,014 | 87,870 | 116,732 |
| 2004 | 1,687 | 71.7% | 63,358 | 93,216 | 123,144 |
| 2003 | 2,758 | 72.6% | 66,828 | 93,481 | 118,667 |
How Long Does a Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Last?
Based on 524 Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp vehicles on UK roads.
Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
74.3% MOT pass rate from 770 tests
71.7% MOT pass rate from 1,687 tests
The best year to buy a used Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 74.3% across 770 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp THIS CAR | 72.8% | 6,460 | 94,219 mi | 23 yrs |
| Saab 9-3 | 73.6% | 2,294,034 | 88,441 mi | 28 yrs |
| Saab 9-5 | 74.3% | 735,114 | 97,615 mi | 29 yrs |
| Saab 900 | 67.7% | 358,142 | 113,382 mi | 39 yrs |
| Renault Clio Dynamique | 76.1% | 2,858 | 89,476 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Saab 9-3 (73.6% pass rate) and the Saab 9-5 (74.3% pass rate), the Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.8% across 6,460 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (313 recorded failures), position lamp(s) not working (166), and coil spring broken (112). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp owner drives around 7,246 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Saab 9-3 Aero 210 Bhp models stay on UK roads for around 23 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.